1952 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 955 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Princess | C |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |